The Panasonic Lumix S5 II is a powerful and versatile camera that offers a range of advanced features and impressive performance for both stills and video. It is a great choice for photographers and videographers looking to upgrade their equipment and take their skills to the next level.
Autofocus Performance:
Panasonic’s Lumix S5 II camera has improved performance over its predecessor, thanks to a suite of new features including a new imaging engine. Developed in partnership with Leica, the S5 II features a 24-megapixel sensor with Hybrid Phase Detection Auto-Focus (AF). This hybrid AF system, combined with Contrast Detect AF, provides fast and reliable results when shooting stills or videos.
The camera’s 779-area metering system allows it to detect target subjects in low light, backlight, and other difficult conditions, and it can constantly track the subject even when there are other moving objects within the frame. In addition, the camera offers continuous AF during zooming and AF micro-adjustments.
Exceptional Video Capabilities:
The S5 II also has outstanding video capabilities, including the ability to record 4:2:0 10-bit 6K video at 30fps, 5.9K at 30fps in a 16:9 ratio, and 4K at up to 60fps. High Frame Rate recording at up to 120fps is supported, as well as Slow & Quick capture at up to 180fps in Full HD. The camera also has a 3.5mm microphone input and an HDMI Type-A terminal for external recorders.
Phase Hybrid AF for aggressive shooting
The most important thing in autofocus is to be dependable. The new Phase Hybrid AF delivers speed and accuracy to help you capture the target subject even in the most challenging scenes where multiple subjects are involved, and even in backlit or low-light environments.
Great for shooting as you walk: Active I.S. Technology
New Active I.S. lets you walk and shoot at the same time. By determining the status of camera shake and optimizing correction ratios, Active I.S. can compensate for even significant camera shake, approximately 200%* more than conventional systems.
*Compared with LUMIX S5. Focal length 20mm, when using S-R2060.
Heat management for unlimited recording time
4:2:2 10-bit C4K/4K 60p/50p unlimited recording time.* With a compact body equivalent to the S5, the LUMIX S5II’s new optimized heat dissipation structure enables extended recording even when shooting at heavy loads (e.g. high-resolution video over 4K, HFR video).
*The camera may stop recording when used in a temperature that is lower or higher than the recommended operating temperature (0 to 40 degrees). Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 30 minutes in [6K/29.97p] [6K/25.00p] [5.9K/29.97p] [5.9K/25.00p] when Thermal Management mode is set to Standard.
The LUMIX commitment to superior image quality
The new engine delivers more true-to-life colors, finer resolution, and a natural three-dimensional effect, and combined with Dual Native ISO technology, effectively suppresses noise even when shooting at ultra-high sensitivities, beautifully rendering even dark areas.
Tough body for a wide range of weather conditions
The camera can be used in a wide range of weather conditions. The durable magnesium alloy full die-cast frame and sealing of all joints, dials, and buttons make it dust- and splash-resistant*.
*Dust- and splash-resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
Intuitive operation
The intuitive, well-calculated layout and 8-directional joystick allow you to select the focus area intuitively with simple, one-thumb operation for speedy shooting.
